Ridley Scott’s Alien is rightly regarded as a classic fusion of sci-fi and horror. Not surprisingly this film has led to countless imitations. While taking inspiration from a masterpiece is understandable, imitation jeopardises a film’s individuality and overall impact. This is the case with the latest Alien-inspired sci fi thriller Underwater. From its story of a working-class crew in a
Read moreThis week on ‘Built For Speed’ we take a look at Kristen Stewart battling beasties in the ocean’s murky depths in ‘Underwater’. On a slightly different note we’ll also review the biopic of beloved US kids TV host Fred Rogers in ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood’ which stars Tom Hanks. With the Oscars happening this Monday (Aus time) we’ll
Read moreBombshell, which dramatises the events surrounding the 2016 sexual harassment suit against Fox News CEO Roger Ailes, presents a potent, if occasionally unfocused, indictment of the misogyny underpinning much of society as well as a clever, witty and surprisingly energetic dissection of right-wing political media. The film is set amid the chaotic fervour of the 2016 presidential race, where a
Read moreThis week on ‘Built For Speed’ we take a look at the multiple Oscar nominated drama ‘Bombshell’ starring Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman and Margot Robbie. We’ll also let you know whether cosmetics comedy ‘Like a Boss’ is worth your time. There’ll be many fine tunes with new Aussie tracks, indie and classic rock favourites and more overlooked songs of the
Read moreThe latest cinema incarnation of Dr Dolittle begins promisingly. Through an old school animated montage, we learn of the Victorian-era vet, Dr John Dolittle’s unique ability to talk to animals, his global quest to free them from suffering, his marriage to the love of his life, Lily and his retreat behind the walls of his animal sanctuary following her death.
Read moreSam Mendes’ intense, gruelling World War One drama 1917 is, despite a few contrived moments, one of the most impressively confronting movies of the year. The film draws on classic war dramas such as Saving Private Ryan and Gallipoli as well as the ancient Greek legend of Pheidippides who ran from the town of Marathon to Athens during Greece’s war
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